Pongarhi

Pongarhi is a village located in Dinara subdivision of Rohtas district in Bihar, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Dinara (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Sasaram. As per 2009 stats, Medani Pur is the gram panchayat of Pongarhi village.

Pongarhi has its own place in the vibrant Rohtas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Pongarhi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pongarhi is 250840. The village spans a total geographical area of 48 hectares. Sasaram is nearest town to Pongarhi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 63km away.

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Population of Pongarhi

Below is a concise population overview of Pongarhi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 871 428 443
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 187 86 101
Scheduled Castes (SC) 288 130 158
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 422 277 145
Illiterate Population 449 151 298

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pongarhi village:

  • The total population of Pongarhi village is around 871, including approximately 428 males and 443 females, with a sex ratio of 1035 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 187 children aged 0–6 years in Pongarhi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pongarhi village has 288 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Pongarhi village is about 48.45%, with male literacy at 64.72% and female literacy at 32.73%.
  • There are around 149 households in Pongarhi village.

Connectivity of Pongarhi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pongarhi. As per the 2011 stats, Pongarhi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Pongarhi

Knowing the nearby villages of Pongarhi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pongarhi.

Isarpura Bisi Khurd Bisi Kalan Koraria Bensagar Mednipur Chorpokhar English Bharsara Belhan Mohanpur Bichhiavan

Frequently Asked Questions about Pongarhi

Where is Pongarhi located?
Pongarhi village is situated in Dinara Subdivision, within the Rohtas district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pongarhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Pongarhi is Medani Pur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Pongarhi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pongarhi is 871, with 428 males and 443 females.
How many households are there in Pongarhi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pongarhi village has a total of 149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pongarhi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pongarhi is 48.45%. The male literacy rate is 64.72%, while the female literacy rate is 32.73%.